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Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 17 The Genitourinary and Renal Systems 1) The nurse is caring for a client who states, "I feel fine other than I have been frequently getting up at night to go to the bathroom." Which clinical manifestation is this client experiencing? 1. Fluid overload 2. Increased glycosuria 3. Hormonal imbalance 4. Age-related changes Answer: 4 Explanation: 1. Older adults have a decreased response to fluid overload by not increasing urin...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 14 Sensation: Hearing, Vision, Taste, Touch, and Smell 1) The nurse is performing a vision assessment on an older patient who is having difficulty reading small print. What best explains this finding? 1. Non-reactive to light 2. Weak eye muscles 3. Lack of peripheral vision 4. Altered accommodation Answer: 4 Explanation: 1. Sensitivity to light is caused by an inability of the pupil to adapt to varying degrees of light. 2. D...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 20 The Gastrointestinal System 1) An older resident is complaining of being constipated. Which action should the nurse take first when caring for this patient? 1. Assess the diet for adequacy of fiber and fluids. 2. Determine what the patient means by constipation. 3. Obtain an order for a laxative and an enema if needed. 4. Encourage the patient to increase fluid intake and activity. Answer: 2 Explanation: 1. Assessing the diet...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 7 Psychological and Cognitive Function 1) During an interview, the nurse notes that an older patient is having mild difficulty with some words and forgets the names of people. The patient is alert, oriented to time, person, and place, and makes appropriate responses. What does the nurse determine this patient's cognitive changes to mean? 1. Normal signs of aging 2. Early symptoms of dementia 3. Indicators of depression in the elder...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 2 Contemporary Gerontological Nursing 1) The nurse supports an older client's desire to discuss advance directives with the client's family. What action is the nurse performing with this client? 1. Facilitating palliative care 2. Educating the family on healthcare services 3. Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team 4. Advocating for client's rights and autonomy Answer: 4 Explanation: 1. Palliative care alleviates pain a...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 21 The Hematologic System 1) Which clinical finding by the nurse is considered normal in the older adult client? 1. A hemoglobin of 10 g/dL two days post-joint replacement 2. Reports of the hands and feet feeling extremely warm 3. Skin tear with bruising, re-bleeding, and prolonged healing time 4. Poor or weak pulse amplitude in bilateral lower extremities Answer: 1 Explanation: 1. Red blood cell reserve and replacement is slower ...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 16 The Respiratory System 1) Which respiratory system assessment finding of an older client does the nurse determine is most concerning? 1. Coughing during the night while sleeping 2. Purposefully sitting up straighter to get a deep breath 3. Shortness of breath when crossing a large parking lot 4. Three episodes of diagnosed bronchitis in twelve months Answer: 1 Explanation: 1. Coughing during sleep can be a sign of asthma, hea...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 18 The Musculoskeletal System 1) After assessing an older patient, which musculoskeletal changes will the nurse attribute as being a normal part of the aging process? Select all that apply. 1. Loss in height 2. Lower leg muscle atrophy 3. Calcification of the finger joints 4. Swan neck deformity of the hands 5. Decreased range of motion in the shoulders Answer: 1, 2, 5 Explanation: 1. A change in the musculoskeletal status tha...

Gerontological Nursing, 4e (Tabloski) Chapter 1 Principles of Gerontology 1) The nurse is preparing to discharge an older client with instructions on smoking cessation. The nurse states to a colleague, "This client has been smoking for years and isn't going to stop now." Which negative stereotype of aging does the nurse's statement most reflect? 1. Old people are expected to be sick. 2. Old people are set in their ways. 3. Old people do not value health promotion education. ...